Elephant Moraine 90041

CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90041 is a CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 g.

2.2 g
Mass
CK5
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID8451
Classification CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass2.2 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.28809S, 156.44016E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.2 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90041?

Elephant Moraine 90041 is classified as CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90041 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90041 meteorite has a mass of 2.2 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90041 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90041 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

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